Praia Amorosa, nr. Viana do Castelo, Minho region, Costa Verde, Portugal
Beautifully positioned comfortable and large apartment is situated in one of the nicest areas of Costa Verde, at the Amorosa Beach resort. The village/resort is adorned with the natural coniferous woodland and a long sandy beach, a real heaven to inhale after congested city air. The place offers relaxing and lively holiday for the whole family. There are activities for the children and young people, surfing, sport facilities, swimming and snorkelling or walking on the beach. More senior members could enjoy tasty and healthy local food, fish and shellfish, the region’s famous roast chicken, organic vegetables and fruits and of course inevitable Vino Verde with a sparkling hint just to resemble on summery cool spritzers or many other famous vines. If you like the nightlife activities, there is a Brazilian disco on the beach where everybody will learn to dance in the wild rhythms of South America, and for those more traditional there is always popular Fado singing. You can enjoy Caipirinha Party on the beach and at many bars and cafes or you can try some innovative cocktails known only to the barman. The Minho region is famous for the only National Park in Portugal, for the local summer festival in Viana do Castelo, where ethnic music, dance, arts, crafts, costumes and jewellery are proudly shown through the city of Viana, a medieval town with the high castle walls protecting the seaside from the natural disasters and possible enemy’s attacks. Who likes high ascending, there is a church and a hotel complex St Lucia, from where is a breath taking view on the Atlantic. Amorosa is 5 km from Viana do Castelo, also near to Galicia, Vigo and Santiago de Compostela, the world’s famous pilgrimage destination, also close to the old capitals of Portugal, Porto and Guimaraesh, and the historic cities of Ponte de Lima, Braga and Barcelos.
APARTMENT – c. 150 sqm in the central part of the village and 100m from the most famous sand beach, Praia Amorosa. It is situated on the 2nd floor with the lift. Comprises of: large size sitting room with a separate dinning area, one double and a triple bedroom with en-suite bathroom and second bathroom, three balconies overlooking the sea, well equipped kitchen with American style appliances, laundry room. There is an underground garage space in the building and free outside parking. From the roof terrace there is a fantastic view on Viana do Castelo and the Atlantic Ocean. Restaurants and sport facilities (gym, tennis, swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi) are all within walking distance. This is the most famous coast for surfing in Portugal. Out off the high season, this is a paradise for artists , writers, bird watchers, amateur photographers and those who seek peace and quiet or to recuperate from illnesses.